Blake Larson, 25, of Nielsville, died from a single gunshot wound to the chest while deer hunting on November 15, 2014, near Shelly, Minnesota. He failed to return that day and a search located his body in a wooded area northwest of Shelly.

The Norman County Sheriff’s Office investigated and, based on evidence found at the scene and initial findings, concluded the shooting was a hunting accident. No foul play was reported and no suspects were identified or sought.

If anyone hunted in that area that day or has information about Larson’s last movements, please share what is known.